Family-Friendly Hotels in Arlington, Texas
Arlington is a family destination built around a few big names: Six Flags Over Texas and Hurricane Harbor to the north, AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field and Choctaw Stadium in the entertainment district, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport about fifteen to thirty kilometers away. Families here need a hotel that is close to those attractions, has room for several people, and offers a pool and breakfast. The hotels on this page were picked for family rooms, kitchens, suites and pools, and I describe the distances as the listings give them. I also note when a hotel is better for a stadium weekend than for a long vacation.
Arlington is a sports and theme-park city between Dallas and Fort Worth, with stadium arches on the skyline and interstates I-30 and I-20 cutting across it. It is built around cars and events, so parking and shuttles matter as much as the rooms do.
Family rooms near Six Flags and AT&T Stadium
Families do well in Arlington when they pick a base by day plan. For Six Flags, the northern hotels save the morning drive. For a game or concert at AT&T Stadium, the entertainment district keeps the walk short. For a longer stay, suites with kitchens save money and meals out. I list hotels whose descriptions mention family rooms, kitchens, sofa beds or a pool, and I give the distances stated, never guessed ones.
The Drury Plaza Hotel Dallas Arlington is the highest-rated family option on this list, with 9.5 from 1,313 reviews. The listing describes pet-friendly family rooms with air-conditioning, free WiFi and free toiletries, plus an on-site restaurant, a bar, an outdoor pool, a hot tub and free parking. It is 1.9 kilometers from AT&T Stadium, 5 kilometers from Six Flags Over Texas and 18 kilometers from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, which makes it a flexible base for a theme-park day, a game day or an early flight home. The distances quoted come from the hotel listings, not from a route calculation, so check the real drive time for your hour of travel.
Two Loews hotels sit close to the stadium district. The Loews Arlington Hotel is a two-minute walk from the stadium district, with pet-friendly rooms, city views, free WiFi, an infinity pool, spa facilities, a sun terrace, a garden, a hot tub and a 24-hour front desk. Live! by Loews - Arlington, TX is six minutes from AT&T Stadium, with family rooms, a pool with a view, a fitness center, a restaurant and an outdoor fireplace. Both hold a 9.3 rating, from 781 and 819 reviews, which makes them the strongest picks for event weekends. Ratings and review counts come from the listings as published, and I would still read recent guest feedback before booking a stay.
For longer stays, kitchens matter. The Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington lists pet-friendly family rooms with kitchens, a sofa bed, free WiFi, a fitness center and a year-round outdoor pool, 2.2 kilometers from Six Flags. The TownePlace Suites Dallas Arlington North has family rooms with fully equipped kitchens, an outdoor pool, free bicycles and a bar. The Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas-Arlington North-Entertainment District offers family rooms with sofa beds, an indoor pool and a child-friendly buffet breakfast, with 184 reviews at 8.7. The distances quoted come from the hotel listings, not from a route calculation, so check the real drive time for your hour of travel.
Some family stays come down to a simpler setup and a lower rate of crowds. The Rambler Inn offers family rooms with balconies and kitchens that include a dishwasher and cookware, and a washing machine, 2.4 kilometers from AT&T Stadium, at 9.2 from 97 reviews. The Fairfield Inn Arlington Near Six Flags has family rooms, a seasonal outdoor pool, free bicycles and a continental breakfast, 2.1 kilometers from Six Flags, rated 9.0. The Holiday Inn Express near Parks Mall lists a large outdoor pool and hot tub off Interstate 20, a drive from the parks.
A traveler's perspectiveFor a family spending a day at Six Flags, I would choose the Drury Plaza Hotel Dallas Arlington: pet-friendly family rooms, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a restaurant and free parking, about five kilometers from the park. For a longer stay with cooking space, I would pick the Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington, whose family rooms have kitchens. My advice is to match the hotel to the main attraction of the trip.
Drury Plaza Hotel Dallas Arlington
Arlington
1,313 reviews
Stadium-close comfort with free parking and a hot tub
Check availabilityWhy guests love itWith a 9.5 score from more than 1,300 reviews, this is one of the most reliable family choices in Arlington. Family rooms are pet-friendly, parking is free, and the outdoor pool and hot tub fill the evenings. Six Flags Over Texas is about 5 km away and AT&T Stadium about 1.9 km, so both are a short drive. The on-site restaurant and bar make dinner easy after a long day at the parks.
Loews Arlington Hotel
Arlington
781 reviews
A 2-minute walk to the stadium with an infinity pool and spa
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a family weekend built around a game or a concert, location is the argument: the stadium district is a 2-minute walk, so there is no parking to manage with children in tow. Between events, the infinity pool, hot tub, garden and sun terrace give everyone somewhere to recharge, while a parent can slip off to the spa or the fitness room. Pets are accepted, and the 24-hour front desk helps after a late return.
Live! by Loews - Arlington, TX
Arlington
819 reviews
Six minutes from the stadium, right in the entertainment district
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAT&T Stadium is about six minutes away, so a Cowboys game or a concert fits into the day without a long drive back. Family rooms have city views, and the pool with a view and the sun terrace give children a place to swim and rest. The restaurant, bar and outdoor fireplace keep the evening on site once everyone is tired. Pets are welcome, and a 9.3 score from 819 reviews is excellent.
The Rambler Inn
Arlington
97 reviews
Full kitchens and balconies close to both big attractions
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFull kitchens are the strong point of The Rambler Inn for families: a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher and cookware let you cook proper meals, and the washing machine helps on longer stays. AT&T Stadium is 2.4 km away and Six Flags Over Texas 6 km, both an easy drive. Rooms have balconies, air-conditioning and streaming for quiet evenings. With a 9.2 score over 97 reviews, I would pick it for a multi-night trip.
The Sanford House Inn & Spa
Arlington
85 reviews
A boutique spa stay 2.2 km from the stadium
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Sanford House is a small boutique inn built for calm, so it suits couples and families with older children more than a lively group with toddlers. Rooms include bathrobes, tea and coffee makers and work desks, and there is a garden and a romantic restaurant on site. Pets are accepted in some rooms. AT&T Stadium is about 2.2 km away, close enough for a game day while staying away from the crowds.
Fairfield Inn Arlington Near Six Flags
Arlington
180 reviews
A short hop from Six Flags with free bikes and a pool
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSix Flags is 2.1 km from this Fairfield Inn, and the free bicycles give families another way to get there than the car. Family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and the continental buffet breakfast each morning helps before an early park entry. After a long day, the seasonal outdoor pool and sun terrace make for easy downtime, while the lounge offers a calm corner for parents.
Aloft by Marriott Dallas Arlington South
Arlington
558 reviews
A year-round pool 9 km south of the stadium
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe year-round outdoor pool is what sets this Aloft apart for families, usable well beyond the Texas summer, with a sun terrace alongside for parents keeping watch. AT&T Stadium is 9 km away and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport 26 km, so a car makes sense, and free parking helps. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and pets are welcome, handy for families who bring the dog.
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas-Arlington North-Entertainment District
Arlington
184 reviews
An indoor pool and child-friendly buffet in the entertainment district
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamily rooms here come with a sofa bed, a refrigerator and a microwave, and the buffet breakfast is described as child-friendly, which makes mornings before Six Flags or a Cowboys game easier. The indoor pool works in any weather, including the Texas summer heat. The 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals after a long drive. Parents who need to work can use the business area and fitness room.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Dallas Arlington South
Arlington
198 reviews
Kitchen suites 10 km south, with a fireplace and BBQ area
Check availabilityWhy guests love itKitchen facilities in every room let families cook their own meals at the Homewood Suites Dallas/Arlington South, and the barbecue areas make a relaxed dinner outdoors possible. The seasonal outdoor pool keeps children busy, while parents can sit by the outdoor fireplace in the evening. Pets are welcome. AT&T Stadium is about 10 km away and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport 25 km, so plan on driving. I would book it for a multi-night family stay.
TownePlace Suites Dallas Arlington North
Arlington
135 reviews
Full kitchens 2.2 km from the stadium, with free bikes
Check availabilityWhy guests love itTownePlace Suites Dallas Arlington North is 2.2 km from AT&T Stadium, a short drive on game day, and gives families what most stadium hotels lack: a fully equipped kitchen in every family room. That means breakfast and dinner can happen in the room, and the barbecue facilities add an outdoor option. The outdoor pool fills the afternoons, free bicycles make a car-free outing possible, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is 15 km away.
La Quinta by Wyndham Arlington North 6 Flags Dr
Arlington
1,222 reviews
Steps from Six Flags with a shuttle to the airport and stadium
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThis is the address I would give a family planning a Six Flags Over Texas day: the park is less than half a mile away, so a tired child can be back in the room quickly. The outdoor pool and hot tub help everyone recover afterwards. Rooms have a microwave, refrigerator and coffee facilities for easy snacks, and the daily shuttle to DFW Airport and Cowboys Stadium means one less car journey. Pets are welcome.
Hampton Inn & Suites Dallas-Arlington-South
Arlington
172 reviews
An I-20 exit stop with a pool and a dog-friendly welcome
Check availabilityWhy guests love itRoad-tripping families will appreciate the easy exit off Interstate 20, free parking and a daily breakfast in the lounge, which saves a stop before a day at the parks. The outdoor pool is the evening reward for children, and pets are welcome, so the dog can travel along. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is about 19 miles away. The hotel is south of the stadium district, so plan to drive to AT&T Stadium or Six Flags.
SpringHill Suites Dallas Arlington North
Arlington
314 reviews
Stadium-close suites with free bikes to explore on your own
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamily rooms give everyone space, and the outdoor pool is an easy reward after a hot Texas afternoon. Free bicycles are an unusual extra and a simple way for older children to explore nearby streets. AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Park are both about 2.6 km away, convenient for a Cowboys or Rangers game, and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is 15 km off. EV charging helps families driving electric. 314 reviews average 8.5.
Residence Inn by Marriott Arlington
Arlington
208 reviews
Full kitchens within a few km of all three big draws
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamily rooms with a full kitchen and a sofa bed make the Residence Inn Arlington a comfortable choice for families staying several nights. Six Flags Over Texas is 2.2 km away and AT&T Stadium 3.8 km, both a short drive, and the year-round outdoor pool is ready when children get back. Pets are welcome, which helps on a road trip with the dog. A fitness center and a 24-hour front desk complete the basics. I would book it for a multi-night Arlington stay.
Hilton Arlington
Arlington
261 reviews
A 1.2 km walk to Six Flags, free WiFi throughout
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSix Flags Over Texas is about 1.2 km away, close enough that a midday break at the hotel pool is realistic with younger children. AT&T Stadium is about 3 km off, handy when a Cowboys game or a concert is part of the plan. Rooms have a fridge and a coffee maker for snacks and early drinks, and the on-site restaurant serves Texan dishes when nobody wants to drive again. A score of 8.4 from 261 reviews backs up the practical setup.
Hilton Garden Inn Dallas Arlington
Arlington
182 reviews
Stadium and Six Flags both under 3 km, pets welcome
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSix Flags Over Texas is 2.5 km from the Hilton Garden Inn Dallas/Arlington, close enough for a quick drive back to the room between rides. The outdoor pool is the evening treat for children, and the on-site restaurant and bar make dinner easy after a long day in the heat. Pets are welcome, handy on a road trip. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is 14 km away. I would book it for a theme-park weekend with a car.
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Arlington Entertainment District
Arlington
244 reviews
A 15-minute walk to both stadiums, pool rain or shine
Check availabilityWhy guests love itGame days are simpler from here: AT&T Stadium is less than fifteen minutes on foot, so families can skip stadium parking and walk back after a Cowboys game. The interconnected indoor and outdoor pool lets children swim whatever the weather, and rooms have a fridge for drinks and snacks. The fitness center and work desks suit a parent who needs to work part of the trip. Six Flags Over Texas is a short drive away.
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Arlington South
Arlington
215 reviews
A quieter South Arlington base with a pool and hot tub
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSet in south Arlington, this Courtyard keeps some distance from the stadium crowds while AT&T Stadium stays about 10 km away by car. Families get air-conditioned family rooms, an outdoor pool with a sun terrace, a hot tub for parents and a family-friendly restaurant on site, so evenings do not require another drive. Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport is 28 km away. I would book it for a quieter base on a game or theme-park weekend.
Holiday Inn Express Arlington Interstate 20 Parks Mall by IHG
Arlington
461 reviews
An I-20 stop with a big pool, hot tub and mall next door
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe large outdoor pool and hot tub are the reason I would stop here with children: it is sized for more than a quick dip after a day on the road. Rooms have a microwave and fridge, useful for snacks and leftovers, and the continental breakfast includes granola and cinnamon rolls. The Parks Mall is next door for a rainy-hour outing, and downtown Arlington is a 10-minute drive. A score of 8.2 from 461 reviews is fair.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fort Worth Arlington West
Arlington
975 reviews
Free parking and breakfast half a mile off I-30
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field are 6 miles away, so I would suggest the La Quinta Inn & Suites Fort Worth Arlington West to families coming for a game. Breakfast is included every day, rooms have a microwave and a refrigerator for snacks, and the outdoor pool is a good way to end a hot Texas afternoon. Parking is free and plentiful, pets are welcome, and WiFi is free. The hotel is half a mile from Interstate 30. An 8.2 from 975 reviews is a very good score.
Holiday Inn Arlington Northeast by IHG
Arlington
276 reviews
An indoor pool close to both Six Flags and the stadium
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSitting between the stadium district and the theme park, the Holiday Inn Arlington Northeast is 1.2 miles from AT&T Stadium and 2.5 miles from Six Flags Over Texas, both a short drive. The indoor pool keeps children happy whatever the weather, and rooms are spacious, with a microwave, a refrigerator and coffee facilities. The convenience store on site helps with forgotten snacks or drinks. I would book it for a weekend split between a game and the park.
Hyatt Place-Dallas/Arlington
Arlington
650 reviews
Under a mile from Six Flags with 24-hour Starbucks on site
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSix Flags Over Texas is under a mile away and AT&T Stadium about 2 miles, so park days and game nights both stay short drives. Rooms include a sofa bed, which gives families an extra sleeping spot without booking a second room. The café serves Starbucks around the clock, useful for early starts or late returns, and the front desk is staffed 24 hours. Dogs and other pets are accepted, and 650 reviews average a solid 8.2.
Local tips
- 1Decide the main attraction first: northern hotels suit Six Flags, while the entertainment district hotels suit AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field.
- 2Ask whether your hotel runs a shuttle to Six Flags or the stadium, since some, like the La Quinta Arlington North, mention one.
- 3Choose a suite with a kitchen if you stay more than two nights, so breakfast and simple dinners cost less than eating out.
- 4Keep stadium event dates in mind, because game days and concerts fill the entertainment district hotels first.
- 5Book a hotel with a pool for the afternoon heat; Texas summers are hot and a swim recharges children after a theme park.
- 6Parking is free at several of the hotels listed here, but confirm it with the hotel, as the stadium lots charge their own fees.